Associates Program

Associates of the Mercy of God Community
support us by their prayers and material
assistance.

An associate is anyone, 21 years of age or
older, who seeks a deeper relationship
with God and a commitment to the values and
goals of the community. We
welcome women and men, including non-Christians,
to affiliate with us in this way.

The Associates Program provides an opportunity
to live and spread the message of
the Gospels. Associates set aside time every
day for prayer and scripture reading,
gather with others to pray for and support
the community and its members'
ministries, perform their own acts of charity
and mercy, and inform others about the
community.

Associates do not pronounce vows and do not
wear the habit, but do wear the
small San Damiano cross as a symbol of their
affiliation. They receive the Footsteps
newsletter, maintain contacts with members
and other associates, and are invited to
participate in our annual retreats and other
events.

The Associates Program is overseen by a coordinator
who works closely with the Spiritual Director
and Vocations Coordinator.